The Mountain Between Us

  • PG13 (SINGAPORE)
  • 2017


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$ 16 Million
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Average Rating 2.7/5
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2.0
Theres a lot of meaninglessly impressive empty white space in the mountainscapes, shot largely on location in the Canadian Rockiesenough to qualify th .. Av Club
2.0
How else can you explain a new studio epic so clearly resembling the schmaltzy star vehicles of 20 years ago Den Of Geek
1.5
Also, as nice as it is to have a nostalgic return to this generally appealing, star powered entertainment from the 1990s, theres not much else that ap .. Den Of Geek
2.5
Not to spoil the ending, which is corny as a crate of Cracker Jack, but It seemed almost inevitable that Alexs perfectly nice yet bland fiance would b .. Rogerebert
3.0
This romantic drama is most compelling as a mild story of survival adventure. Common Sense Media
3.0
The dread building up to the disaster is effectively nauseating, as Abu Assad plants the camera in the cabin of the tiny private airplane and waits fo .. Indie Wire
2.5
No idea.In the book, the answers are more than four weeks and 50 miles, though the filmmakers have a bigger challenge with another: Will they fall in .. Variety
1.5
Yet, given the setup, director Hany Abu Assad simply cant seem to build up much hardcore drama from a story that seems tailor made for heartstopping p .. Austin Chronicle
3.0
Its a heady combination of disaster movie and romance, anchored by strong performances from its stars. Time Out
2.0
But then disaster movie warps into schmaltzy romance, an odd misfire that ends up being inadvertently hilarious (especially the wacky, wish fulfilment .. The Guardian
2.0
But I never fully believed in their danger or their emotional connection.The drama has a soft, even tame landing. The Guardian
3.0
It zips along at a tightly controlled pace and, as scripted by the About a Boy and Rogue One screenwriter Chris Weitz, the dialogue is refreshingly br .. The Guardian
3.1
Movie critic As snowflakes go, few are more special than the ones that alight with pristine delicacy on Idris Elbas eyebrows in The Mountain Between U ..
3.0
Beyond simply being attractive people, they look a little too fresh and healthy to believably play characters braving treacherous mountain terrain. Screen Daily
2.0
The Mountain Between Us may start off as a survival drama, but its heart belongs to an inevitable romance. Collider
4.5
And then theres the question of whether or not theyll end up falling for each other. Collider
2.5
The denouement of The Mountain Between Us is long and clunky and I wouldnt lose a minute of it.See it while the folks next door at Blade Runner 2049 a .. Vulture
3.5
Luckily for fans of crowd pleasing epic romances, there seems to be just enough for them to eat in The Mountain Between Us, an easily digestible love .. The Hollywood Reporter
1.5
The Mountain Between Us has a distinctly Lifetime movie vibe to it despite its game cast and Mandy Walkers lovely cinematography.
1.0
To watch the magnetic Idris Elba trudge through a monumental dud like The Mountain Between Us is almost physically painful. The New York Times
2.0
You made a silly little spy thriller.You want us to take this seriously now 2. Paste Magazine
3.3
If theres any reason to see The Mountain Between Us, its the commendable work of both Idris Elba and Kate Winslet in its lead roles. More specifically .. IGN
3.0
In The Mountain Between Us, there aint no mountain high enough, no valley low enough, nor a script absurd enough, to keep Kate Winslet and Idris Elba .. Telegraph
4.0
Even though this particular story couldnt be more contrived, big stars have been making us invest in far fetched emotional connections for as long as ..
2.0
Its a good thing too because Im already starting to forget this one. The Young Folks
3.0
This is a likeable, witty, romantic adventure film and on those virtues, it succeeds.Two compelling leads and a mix of adventure and romance.
2.0
The production certainly deserves props for actually filming The Mountain Between Us on a real mountain and not making use of CGI, but it also feels a .. Cinema Blend
2.5
Do they sit tight and wait to be rescued.Or trek out on their own Ny Daily News
3.5
While a romantic drama at heart, theres enough adventure and excitement mixed in to make this palatable to an audience that normally might not go for .. JoBlo
2.0
From a technical perspective, The Mountain Between Us is competently made. Screen Rant
4.0
Its element of surprise keeps us open to possibilities and in touch with the world around us. Spirituality And Practice
2.0
Nevertheless, even dog lovers might feel that the movie strains credulity beyond the breaking point.Winslet and Elba invest their characters with more .. One Guys Opinion
5.0
But the situation is elemental; the leads dont have to be interesting individuals to move us. Village Voice
2.5
See the potential sore spots for friction, and guess the obstacles, the action beats a lost in in the mountains in winter romantic thriller.Then throw .. Rogers Movie Nation
2.5
Its hard to imagine a more generic wilderness adventure turned romance than Hany Abu Assads The Mountain Between Us. ReelViews
3.0
10 1 4 / 10 There has to be a reason why fine actors such as Kate Winslet and Idris Elba were drawn to The Mountain Between Us. Theres no professional .. Blu Ray
3.5
Everyday life more often resembles a melodrama than an adventure story, and for better or for worse, everyday life is what most of us are stuck with. Chicago Reader
3.0
Palestinian firebrand Hany Abu Assad () directed a script by Hollywood hands Chris Weitz () and J. Mills Goodloe (); these might seem like strange bed .. Chicago Reader
2.5
One good thing must be said of the movies contrivances: There isnt a bear or wolf in sight, although there is a close call with a mountain lion.Again, .. Mark Reviews Movies
2.0
Even though the story is familiar, the acting, as expected is fresh and real.
2.5
Theres little doubt that The Mountain Between Us fares best in its impressively gripping first half, as director Hany Abu Assad does a terrific job of .. Reel Film Reviews
1.5
The cast is strong, but the movie tries to be two things and never forms into one cohesive film. You Tube
2.0
This doesnt shake up the usual practices of Winterbottom films in that context, the casual style is thoroughly familiar but it does yield a movie that .. The Times
4.0
This has been billed as the ultimate date movie: icy disaster thrills for the boys, windswept romance for the girls, Snow+Rock meets Mills & Boon. The Times
3.0
This is not the usual setting for a romantic movie, but it does work. Lariat
3.0
Its all very much by the genre book, with a final half hour that doesnt quite ring true and feels like it belongs in another film. Radio Times
2.5
In the end, you might wish there was a state or two between the characters rather than just the titular geographic feature. Screen It
2.0
Harrelson gives a powerful but not especially sympathetic performance as the family patriarch.The Glass Castle would surely have worked better if Rex .. Independent
1.9
The Mountain Between Us is epic all right an epic waste of talent and your time. Rolling Stone
3.0
These stories play with fire and do what tales of horror and the macabre are supposed to: transmute real social fears into metaphorical charades for o .. Pop Matters
2.5
Surely you knew The Mountain Between Us wasnt going to be a rough going wilderness tale. News Day
2.5
Spoiler alert: The Mountain Between Us is very anxious not to disappoint its viewers. Film Journal
2.5
Mountain is a nice Titanic throwback.Wow, I actually miss James Camerons dialogue. New York Post
2.5
Yet, in spite of its strong cast and dazzling setting, the films various twists and turns keep dragging the effort closer and closer to the drain. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
2.0
On the other hand its not surprising because at that point the movie already seems like its dragged on for a month.Typically actors like Winslet and E .. Az Central
3.0
Its just a matter of getting the timing right.Initially, all they do is sit and shiver something they both do with understandable conviction. Smh
2.0
The whole not talking thing is frustrating and improbable, but essential to J. Mills Goodloe and Chris Weitzs script, which dispenses backstory as if .. Npr
3.1
A standard tale of survival follows, with Elba climbing treacherous heights and Winslet fending off an attacking cougar in capably exciting sequences. Star Tribune
3.1
He manages to remain perky and adorable at all times, despite being stranded inside a crashed airplane atop a high peak in the Rockies. Toronto Star
2.0
Scotts original hardly bounced along but this makes it look positively pacey But the movie magic never comes. Daily Mail
2.0
But really, what a waste of talent this film represents, and that goes too for its director Hany Abu Assad. Daily Mail
3.0
Its unsurprising but nevertheless dispiriting when it all tops off with a schmaltzy conclusion. Film Inquiry
3.0
Susan Grangers review of The Mountain Between Us (Fox 2000: 20th Century Fox) Despite Idris Elbas charismatic presence, this melodramatic survival sto .. Susang Ranger
1.9
What shows up instead is a mountain lion hungry for flesh and blood. Observer
2.0
The geography also might as well be a character, as some of the locations are truly beautiful and utilize CGI only when necessary.Strong acting cant r .. Flickering Myth
3.0
This glossy screen version of the Charles Martin novel tugs at the heartstrings and fl irts with credibility, the star power of Kate Winslet and Idris .. Express
3.0
The action sequences are well realized, with the already aforementioned thriller of a plane crash. The Film Stage
3.0
While Abu Assad captures the mountain landscape beautifully, its all presented through rose colored glasses that make it somehow hard to take seriousl .. Chicago Tribune
2.5
Absorbing drama ought to be the one thing that Kate Winslet and Idris Elba have in plentiful supply in The Mountain Between Us. Boston Globe
2.0
Its good to see a rare movie romance that casts a black actor opposite a white one. The Irish Times
2.5
Its an awkward afterthought to an already sluggish adventure story. Las Vegas Weekly
3.5
And a lot of dialogue, the conversation of strangers bound with the instant intimacy of shared tragedy.The lines are often quite awkward. The Atlantic
3.0
You can tell co writer Chris Weitz (who scripted Disneys live action Cinderella) is capable of making funny jokes. Standard
3.5
Theyll smack you in the face when you see the movie.I hate to be so unromantic and realistic to trash this movie for being, well, unrealistic even by .. Tony Medley
2.5
His crisp handling, coupled with the confidently assured performances of Winslet and Elba, is almost enough to save the day, and if not for a limp, un .. Movie Freak
2.0
When it turns into a love story, it feels like a late inning switcheroo that, if thats where it was headed all along, should have got there a lot quic .. Detroit News
2.5
Thats the main lure for The Mountain Between Us, an old fashioned star vehicle that seeks to thaw frozen hearts with only fitful success. Cnn
2.0
For what is supposed to be a stirring tale of survival against incredible odds, everything depicted here gives off a stilted vibe that does not invite .. Herald Sun
3.8
In an unpredictable world, sometimes a predictable entertainment is exactly what you want. Nj
2.0
The Mountain Between Us is pure sentimental corniness which might be just fine The premise of The Mountain Between Us is admirably simple. Vox
3.0
Given the fact the film is set in primarily one setting, and with just two characters, you couldnt be blamed for expecting a somewhat slow burning, pe .. Hey U Guys
3.0
This is an easy picture to watch and to root for, in a way, because its so rarely overbearing.But its only ever mildly engaging. The Play List
1.0
No one sets out to make a movie this bad.But here we are, and here it is. Now Toronto
2.5
For 90 minutes The Mountain Between Us is a passable but bland romantic drama, but for the back 20 its insultingly dumb, and unfortunately thats the f .. Film Ink
2.0
Its a fantasy that encourages us to put ourselves in Alexs shoes that is, to share the dream of lying helpless in a harsh but scenic wilderness and be .. The Age
2.5
Its the basic plot for all romantic comedies and dramas.What makes the best of them stand out is the details. Maki At The Movies
2.0
... a prolonged final act that drains the tension with a misguided detour into romantic melodrama. Cine Vue
2.0
Based on Charles Martins novel, The Mountain Between Us is movie star chemistry interrupted by a survival yarn without much danger.Even the dog is mor .. Tamp A Bay
3.0
This is not a great movie.But its a fun one we shall remember fondly. Lw Lies
2.5
Despite struggles to hit a steady tone throughout, there are positives about this romantic survival story; it stars the ever watchable Kate Winslet an .. Nz Herald
3.0
Thats what the passable script wants you to believe, but its something the actors sell. Flicks
2.5
So, if you really want to boil this movie down to its core, its like two great actors reading out of the phone book in front of an Ansel Adams photo. Stl Today
3.8
Some of the plot turns seem a bit too convenient, and the film goes on for too long. But ultimately, its a showcase for a pair of excellent actors who .. Stl Today
3.5
Watching these very human characters struggle with (and occasionally against) each other is the solid base on which the film consistently builds.In ot .. The Stranger
2.0
The crash is impressive. So is the scenery. But the plot is Mills and Boon and the pace progressively turgid. Ft
3.5
Not only do they bring gravitas and emotion to what is potentially a very slushy and pulpy premise, but they also boast genuine chemistry and audience .. Stuff
2.5
And so it is you have two very fine actors doing their damnedest with material which is so predictable in its story and so flaccid in its execution th .. Stuff
2.0
Wow, is The Mountain Between Us mediocre.The quality of the elements is high, but the results are sadly subpar. Film Racket
1.5
it is a failed drama that is not worse almost exclusively because of the work of Elba and Winslet.
3.8
The romantic drama The Mountain Between Us shows what great talent can do to so so material, as two powerful actors and a thoughtful director give wei .. Sltrib
2.0
Even their attempts to escape this treacherous wilderness never feel as fraught with danger as they should. Scmp
4.5
To its credit, The Mountain Between Us doesnt waste much time getting to those scenes either. Ign
2.0
I want to say a more but I need to be careful in terms of spoilers.Youll know what I mean once youve seen the movie. The Film Pie
1.9
So they butt heads and make up, butt heads and reconcile, butt heads and REALLY reconcile. Chicago Sun Times
3.0
The screenplay keeps any building romance on such a low boil that it never really heats up at all. Punch Drunk Critics
3.5
Consequently, the script works absurdly hard to keep them apart, heading toward an ending thats just as corny as any Harlequin romance. Straight
3.0
It is a tale of survival and romance under brutal winter conditions. Movie Web
1.0
Its worth seeing this for the spectacular one take crash and little else. Sandiego Reader
4.0
Clearly made to appeal to an underserved adult audience, this beautifully shot drama is like a throwback with a contemporary outlook that can thank in .. Dead Line
2.0
An enjoyable enough watch with superb cinematography, elevated by reliable performances from two leads who are in virtually every scene. One Room With A View
2.5
The first half of the film offers up an interesting premise and frames it in an engaging manner. Awards Circuit
2.0
By the time the credits roll, youll be more likely to be wiping spittle from the corner of your mouth than tears from your eyes. Or Lando Weekly
2.0
Instead, the movie we got left with is a cursory thriller and unconvincing melodrama wedged together with nothing but some lovely landscape photograph .. Alternate Ending
3.1
In the hands of lesser actors I shudder to think of what a slog The Mountain Between Us might be, with its endless catastrophes and near deaths and me .. Seattle Times
1.5
While hes reconnoitering, Alex fends off a mountain lion with a flare gun. Film Journal International ..
3.1
Elba and Winslet are both excellent, and when the saga continues beyond where most other movies would have it end, they provide the glue that holds th .. Clclt
3.0
It just about as serviceable as an adult drama can be; its completely unoffensive and tastefully done, which will please the mild arthouse crowd. Fresh Fiction
3.5
A routine scene in a conventional style contemporary drama, except for one thing: Winslet is white and Elba is Black.America is in the midst of essent .. East Bay Express
4.0
For me, the love story that blooms is secondary to the heart of the film, which is the survival of the human spirit.While they are more than intellige .. Black Girl Nerds
2.5
Cast Kate Winslet and Idris Elba in a survivalist drama, and youd expect tension, thrills and impressive performances to follow. Concrete Play Ground
1.5
The path of the story and its conclusion are telegraphed early on. When you crash on the top of a mountain, the only way you can go is down. National Post
2.0
The character of Ben combines macho capability with caretaking in a fatally charming concoction.But surrounding Idris Elbas warm performance is a meta .. New Republic
2.5
After that Abu Assad seems to have given up trying to bring anything distinctive to whats essentially a Lifetime movie. Original Cin
2.0
Winslet and Elba are easy actors to watch and the landscape shots are beautiful, but this movie is just silly. The Australian
2.0
Just like the landscapes featured, the leads are pretty to look at, but its slow pace and lack of logistical emotional beats makes this survival roman .. Rendy Reviews
4.5
There are few actors as purely charismatic or attractive as Winslet and Elba; thats just a fact. Third Coast Review
3.0
While The Mountain Between Us is marketed as a survival drama, a man versus the elements tale, it is, at its heart, a romance. The New Paper
3.5
Why they made this decision is beyond me but it feels really unnecessary. Cultured Vultures
4.5
... never transports you the vital despair and yearning for survival, much less the romantic rush of runaway love in extreme conditions. El Pais (Spain)
1.3
Perhaps there is a romantic comedy (albeit an awful one) trying to rise from The Mountain Between Us. Qc Times
3.0
There are enough elements for Elba and Winslet to have a presence in the awards season for their hard hitting, dramatic work.
2.5
Actually, perhaps they should have tried something else because this romance novel meets survival story doesnt really succeed at either, despite fine .. Ap News
3.1
Elba and Winslet are both excellent, and when the saga continues beyond where most other movies would have it end, they provide the glue that holds th .. Film Frenzy
3.0
All of this could have been avoided if the storys time frame had been compressed, but the filmmakers seem to mistake length for suspense.THE MOUNTAIN .. Assignment X
1.0
Its a film that has its charms, but the storys overall lack of urgency and over romanticised script are its downfall. Cairo 360
2.5
We end up liking the characters very much, and caring about them, even if we simultaneously are not remotely in love with the movie. Sf Chronicle
1.5
Its as if someone wrote a high end romantic drama and couldnt sell it, so they decided to turn the meet cute into a plane crash in the wilderness cute ..
2.0
The wait is more or less worth it, but the final moment of the film is pure Hollywood cliche. Movie Chambers
2.5
THE thing about The Mountain Between Us is its not the movie you think it is. News
1.0
Its all a bit silly three weeks in and unwashed they still are a fetching couple but at least theres no cannibalism and no, they dont eat the dog. Richard Crouse
3.0
While The Mountain Between Us flirts with being tough and unsentimental, its actually all a bit contrived and soppy, with only stars Kate Winslet and .. Adelaide Review
2.0
Idris Elba and Kate Winslet are stranded in the mountains.In this case brrr is bad. Denerstein Unleashed Blog ..
2.5
With such talent to take advantage of its a shame the script isnt better. FlickDirect
3.8
Winslet and Elba are wonderful onscreen together and their palpable chemistry is what makes the movie work. Buffalo News
2.5
The odd profanity aside, Mountain, with its mix of sincerity, romance and hokey plot pivots, could have been a mid century Hollywood melodrama starrin .. Pgh City Paper
3.1
Assad just doesnt quite seem to know what to do with the central romance, and the film drags on a bit too long as a result. From the Front Row
3.0
And its frustrating that so much information isnt shared, for so long. Caution Spoilers
3.8
Winslet performance gives the film a solid foundation.Elba has charm to spare. Dwight Brown Ink
3.3
You should know going into the film that it is probably 65% romance/drama and only 35% suspenseful survival story. If you go in with those expectation .. Google
0.5
... the clichs and the filmss somewhat mild scenes directed by Hany Abu Assad... will not end satisfy your desire. La Nación (Argentina)
3.0
As an adventure, The Mountain Between Us is an ungenerous spectacle, since the sensation of authentic danger shines by its absence in a landscape. El antepenúltimo mohicano ..
3.0
Still, audiences will end up rooting for the hound.THE VERDICT A beautifully shot survival picture which, despite Winslet and Elbas best efforts, fail .. Metro News
3.0
Abu Assad and cinematographer Mandy Walker capture the epic beauty of the mountains, and give an electric charge to the tense action sequences. Hot Press
3.8
A riveting disaster flick and a steamy bodice ripper rolled into one! Baret News Wire
1.5
The film includes dazzling panoramas and two stars full of charisma. But little more.
2.5
This is especially difficult when a film lacks the typical bells and whistles like endless plot points and bustling backgrounds. Shadow And Act
2.5
This is especially difficult when a film lacks the typical bells and whistles like endless plot points and bustling backgrounds. Shadow And Act
2.5
If you guessed that those performers are the other things that make the film watchable, that would be correct. Ohio
4.0
And all of this leads to an end that will make you feel all warm inside when you leave the theater. Business Insider
1.5
A film that fulfills its objective: entertain, excite, and so on. Nothing else. Excelsior
3.5
They are rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic and desperately need to get back to basics.There is nothing like the prospect of falling off a roc .. Its Just Movies
3.0
Its a perfectly fine true story sports movie with some good performances. rachelsreviews.net
3.0
Mired in the feeble drama of vague logistical bickering, predictable revelations, and tiresome logic vs instinct dichotomies.
3.1
What is my mountain that is keeping me from attaining my hearts desire The Globe And Mail
2.5
If these werent two of the most compulsively watchable presences in movies the film would probably put you to sleep. Spliced Personality
2.0
Its the week after the Super Bowl.We discuss what we thought of the big game, halftime show and the Ultimate Marketing drop Netflix pulled. Sound Cloud
3.0
Naturally, this is a terrible idea but theyre both desperate characters.
2.5
However, theres nothing that stands out so much as to make the film worth recommending.
2.0
Beautiful people, beautiful scenery. Its hard to screw that up. But they really did.
3.5
Brisk action, blossoming romance, and a dog: it may not scream Oscar, but that doesnt mean The Mountain Between Us isnt one of the best movies in thea .. North Shore News (Vancouve ..
2.0
A paperback love story wherein hunger and frostbite prove no match for horny pretty people using heightened psychological attachment to justify physic .. Buffalovibe
3.0
Whats so fascinating about the film though is how well it works, despite the obviousness of its aim and intentions. Dayton City Paper
4.5
The Mountain Between Us is no Titanic but it is a wholly riveting two hour diversion. Mara Movies
1.5
It doesnt help that the characters never really feel like theyre in real mortal danger. The AU Review
1.5
But the film isnt a dead loss; its the wasted potential that irks. Channel 24



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